Events Category: Forums

2021 AIAA Defense and Security Forum (AIAA DEFENSE Forum)

Mark your calendar for the 2021 AIAA DEFENSE Forum, 14–16 September in Laurel, Maryland.

The 2021 forum will bring together government, military, industry, and academia to discuss the strategic, programmatic, and technical topics and policy issues in aerospace and defense.

if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected].

2022 ASCEND (Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery)

Event: ASCEND
Date: 24–26 October 2022
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada & Online
Official Website: ascend.events

ASCEND

Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery

Building a sustainable off-world future requires the collective effort of a diverse global community of students and professionals with the ideas, skills and passions to solve complex problems and inspire new ways of thinking. That’s why more than 3,000 technical experts, executives, entrepreneurs, and engineers — from classrooms through careers — attended the inaugural 2020 ASCEND in November 2020. Plan now to join us for the 2022 edition. The universe is expanding, and ASCEND is your space.

2021 AIAA Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (2021 AIAA AVIATION Forum)

The AIAA AVIATION Forum is the only aviation event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development, and technology. The 2021 forum will bring together experts to share ideas on aeroacoustics; applied aerodynamics; fluid dynamics; multidisciplinary design optimization; air traffic operations, management, and systems; and much more.

2021 AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition (AIAA SciTech Forum)

Accelerating Innovation Through Diversity

The AIAA SciTech Forum is the world’s largest event for aerospace research, development, and technology. The 2021 forum will bring together experts to share ideas on Fluid Dynamics; Applied Aerodynamics; Guidance, Navigation, and Control; Structures; and much more.

2023 AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition (AIAA SciTech Forum)

Event: AIAA SciTech Forum
Date: 23–27 January 2023
Location: National Harbor, MD & ONLINE
Official Website: aiaa.org/scitech

The AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition (AIAA SciTech Forum) program covers the science, technologies, and policies that are shaping the future of aerospace. The forum is the largest event for aerospace research, development, and technology in the world—bringing together 11 individual technical disciplines. AIAA SciTech Forum delegates include over 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students, and aerospace professionals from nearly 1,000 corporate, academic, and government institutions in 43 countries.

 Exhibit, Sponsorship, and Advertising Options

AIAA offers a variety of engaging virtual opportunities to help increase your brand’s equity in the aerospace sciences market and display your efforts to become an industry leader. From virtual booths and sponsored sessions to networking breaks and banner advertising, AIAA offers options for every budget. Contact your sales rep today to create a custom package to fit your needs.

2020 AIAA Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (2020 AIAA AVIATION Forum)

The 2020 AIAA AVIATION Forum will be held as a virtual conference in an online-only format, 15–19 June. Information on the schedule, specific content, format, registration, refunds, and many other details will be available in the coming weeks. We appreciate your patience as we finalize the details for this virtual event.

AIAA recognizes that the face-to-face meeting is ideal for sharing research, ideas, and convening the community. Given the current challenges posed by COVID-19, we feel that the virtual forum format provides the best opportunity for the AIAA community to meet and share information. By removing some of the barriers to traditional forum attendance, including travel costs and time, the virtual forum format will enable greater participation from the aerospace community—traditional and nontraditional. We are excited to use this new format to accomplish AIAA’s mission of helping aerospace professionals and their organizations succeed.

Please see our initial FAQs, which will be updated regularly with additional details, and follow @AIAA on Twitter for real-time updates. Should you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. 

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The AIAA AVIATION Forum is the only aviation event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development, and technology. The 2020 forum will bring together experts to share ideas on aeroacoustics; applied aerodynamics; fluid dynamics; multidisciplinary design optimization; air traffic operations, management, and systems; and much more.

ASCEND – Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery

Event: ASCEND
Venue: Virtual Event
Date: 16–18 November 2020
Location: Online
Official Website: ascend.events
Call for Content Website: Manage submission

As we embark on a bold new era of space exploration, AIAA’s ASCEND provides you with something few space events can: a seat at the table.

The new space economy is ready for takeoff. In the coming years, it’s anticipated to skyrocket from $4 billion today to more than $1 trillion. This phenomenal growth will be driven by a number of factors, but none more important than you.

Why should I attend?

At ASCEND you’ll:

  • Plot the course of the industry’s future
  • Pressure test ideas and forecast emerging trends
  • Advance your career and showcase your expertise
  • Reveal new ideas and technological prowess
  • Test new products and meet the people behind them
  • Connect and problem-solve with experts across every sector
  • Find non-endemic partners to expand your reach and broaden your market
Who should attend?

During ASCEND, you’ll have a roll-up-your sleeves, hands-on opportunity to influence the course and trajectory the space economy takes into the future. It’s the first event of its kind to convene the entire international space ecosystem—not just the traditional players like propulsion, commerce, and national security, but also sectors like hospitality, mining, venture capital, tourism, and other private enterprises that will play an important role in making space commerce commonplace. ASCEND is not about making history but the future.

This is the meeting of the minds that you can’t afford to miss.

Who is speaking?

ASCEND will feature leading voices from the space community and beyond. Stay tuned for our keynote announcements. Current speakers include representatives from:

  • Arizona State University
  • Bechtel
  • Bessemer Venture Partners
  • Bryce Space and Technology
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Nanoracks
  • NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
  • NASA Science Mission Directorate
  • NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate
  • Office of the Secretary of Defense Research and Engineering
  • Pioneer Square Labs
  • The Aerospace Corporation
  • United Launch Alliance
  • University of Colorado Boulder
  • University of Michigan
  • University of Texas at Austin
  • Wave Capital

Meet the Speakers

What type of content will ASCEND cover?

The ASCEND program is built to leave you inspired and equipped with new tools, techniques, and ideas you can apply right away. You’ll experience a daily schedule that addresses big questions and challenges facing the entire space community.

Macro topics covered at ASCEND include:

  • How will we build a sustainable space economy?
  • How will we maintain a permanent off-world civilization?
  • How will we address national security and policy implications?

Explore the program

ASCEND’s Public Access

Are you part of the science interested public? Get a taste of ASCEND with public access registration. View limited sessions from our unique program and access to the Engagement Zone.

Public Access Registration information

In order to get the full benefits of ASCEND like access to the technical sessions, you’ll need to register for the full event.

Can I participate in the ASCEND program through a Call for Content?

The ASCEND Call for Content closed at 8pm ET 31 March 2020. Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions regarding submissions.

Explore the Call for Content

Are there Partnership Opportunities?

Become a partner today and join Lockheed Martin, Aerospace Corporation, Bastion Technologies, Boeing, United Launch Alliance, and the University of Colorado Boulder.

Contact [email protected] to request the Sales Kit and become an ASCEND partner

ASCEND

2023 AIAA Defense and Security Forum (AIAA DEFENSE Forum)

Event: AIAA DEFENSE Forum
Date: 11–13 April 2023
Location: Laurel, MD (Secret/NOFORN event)
Official Website: aiaa.org/defense

The 2023 forum will bring together government, military, industry, and academia to discuss the strategic, programmatic, and technical topics and policy issues in aerospace and defense.

if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected].

2023 ASCEND (Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery)

Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery

Event: ASCEND
Date: 23–25 October 2023
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Official Website: ascend.events

ASCEND brings together space’s leading industry luminaries and thinkers, biggest companies, government leaders, top media outlets, educators and students, and serious enthusiasts. Join us 23–25 October 2023 to access inspiring sessions and premium content, develop valuable business leads, and make meaningful connections.

 Why should I attend?

At ASCEND you’ll:

  • Plot the course of the industry’s future
  • Pressure test ideas and forecast emerging trends
  • Advance your career and showcase your expertise
  • Reveal new ideas and technological prowess
  • Test new products and meet the people behind them
  • Connect and problem-solve with experts across every sector
  • Find non-endemic partners to expand your reach and broaden your market
 Who should attend?

During ASCEND, you’ll have a roll-up-your sleeves, hands-on opportunity to influence the course and trajectory the space economy takes into the future. It’s the first event of its kind to convene the entire international space ecosystem—not just the traditional players like propulsion, commerce, and national security, but also sectors like hospitality, mining, venture capital, tourism, and other private enterprises that will play an important role in making space commerce commonplace. ASCEND is not about making history but the future.

This is the meeting of the minds that you can’t afford to miss.

 Exhibit, Sponsorship, and Advertising Options

AIAA offers a variety of engaging virtual opportunities to help increase your brand’s equity in the aerospace sciences market and display your efforts to become an industry leader. From virtual booths and sponsored sessions to networking breaks and banner advertising, AIAA offers options for every budget. Contact your sales rep today to create a custom package to fit your needs.

2023 AIAA Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (AIAA AVIATION Forum)

Event: AIAA AVIATION Forum
Date: 12–16 June 2023
Location: San Diego, CA & ONLINE
Official Website: aiaa.org/aviation
Registration: aiaa.org/aviation/registration

The AIAA Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (AIAA AVIATION Forum) is the only event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development, and technology. The program features discussions with respected aviation leaders—providing a single, structured gathering to help delegates navigate the key challenges and opportunities affecting the direction of global aviation policy, research and development, technological proliferation, cybersecurity, environmental issues, and emerging markets.

 Exhibit, Sponsorship, and Advertising Options

AIAA offers a variety of engaging virtual opportunities to help increase your brand’s equity in the aerospace sciences market and display your efforts to become an industry leader. From virtual booths and sponsored sessions to networking breaks and banner advertising, AIAA offers options for every budget. Contact your sales rep today to create a custom package to fit your needs.